Oahu Weather Forecast for August 04, 2026
Relatively weak trades will continue through Friday, with increasing wind speeds this weekend. A weak upper level trough will linger just northwest of the...
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Oahu Surf Forecast for August 04, 2026
Surf along south-facing shores will remain below seasonal averages through much of this week, though occasional small fluctuations can be expected as small...
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Oahu News:
JERA says LNG can save Hawaii money, critics unconvinced as the Japanese energy company promotes its liquefied natural gas project to reduce electricity costs despite local concerns. Meanwhile, Dee Lite Bakery demolition begins to make way for affordable housing in Kalihi near the upcoming Skyline Station. Safety remains a priority following weekend accidents that left officials calling for change on Oahu's roadways, highlighting the need for improved driver focus. Schools reopen with renewed energy as Hawaii public schools open for the new academic year, welcoming students and additional support staff. Voters on Oahu gain new options with the opening of temporary voter service centers ahead of the August 8 primary election.
Maui News
Kupu awarded $1.75M in AmeriCorps funding for Hawai‘i
Kupu, Hawai‘i’s leading conservation and youth education organization, announced today that it received a grant of $1.75M from AmeriCorps, the federal agency for national service and volunteerism.
Tin Roof celebrates 10 years on Maui with a free community pāʻina
Tin Roof is turning 10, and Chef Sheldon Simeon and the team are inviting Maui to celebrate with a free community pāʻina on Sunday, Aug. 9.
Hawaiian Community Assets announces first Maui Strong homes ready for wildfire survivor families beginning Aug. 28
Hawaiian Community Assets, a statewide nonprofit housing counseling agency, announced that the first four Wailuku homes offered through its Ua Hale Aʻela program for Maui wildfire survivors will be available for occupancy beginning Aug. 28, 2026.
Maui Weather Forecast for August 04, 2026
Relatively weak trades will continue through Friday, with increasing wind speeds this weekend. A weak upper level trough will linger just northwest of the...
University of Hawaiʻi and Seattle University bring historic NCAA Division I Women’s Soccer exhibition to Maui
The University of Hawaiʻi roster includes nine student-athletes from Hawaiʻi, including Leila Kahoano (left) of Maui. Seattle University features seven student-athletes from Hawaiʻi, including U'i Ka'aihue (middle) and Evalani Keawekane (right), both from Maui, making the exhibition especially meaningful as they return home to compete.
Kaua‘i News
Free car seat safety checks scheduled across Kauaʻi this month
The first safety check will be held from 9 a.m. to noon on Aug. 4 in the back parking lot of Wilcox Medical Center in Līhuʻe.
Kawaihau Community Little League Majors All-Stars win state title; now head to West Regional tournament
The team from the east side of Kauaʻi will face Arizona on Aug. 9 in their first game of the regional tournament, in which the winner advances to the Little League World Series in Williamsport, Penn.
Surfrider Kauaʻi August newsletter touts county council actions, upcoming events, more
Nonprofit supports two measures recently approved by council members, including Resolution 2026-24 urging the county administration to prioritize waste diversion, curbside recycling and development of materials recovery facility as work to extend life of Kekaha Landfill continues, as well as Resolution 2026-21 urging state to prohibit commercial aquarium fish collection.
Deadline approaching to apply for 2026 ‘Ohina Labs for filmmakers
There's just 1 more week left to submit short screenplays and apply for a free annual workshop this fall, with a chance to win the ‘Ohina Greenlight Award — receiving support for their winning script to become a completed short film produced and filmed in Hawai‘i.
Island of Hawai‘i News
Hawai‘i State Chief Justice Vladimir P. Devens honored in formal investiture ceremony
The new chief justice was sworn in on May 5, when he took the oath of office administered by then-Acting Chief Justice Sabrina S. McKenna.
Hawai‘i Island police continue high-visibility enforcement on Daniel K. Inouye Highway
Between July 31 and Aug. 2, officers assigned to these enforcement efforts issued 283 citations.
Made in Hawaiʻi Festival returns in August for 32nd year
Mark your calendars now; tickets go on sale Aug. 1 for what is hyped as what is expected to be the Honolulu festival's biggest and best year yet.
